PXB Board Instructions
Thank you for purchasing an Alvin PXB Portable Drawing Board.
With proper care and handling, your PXB will provide you with years of accurate and productive use.
PXB Boards are available in the following sizes:
PXB21 | 16" x 21" |
PXB24 | 18" x 24" |
PXB26 | 20" x 26" |
PXB31 | 23" x 31" |
PXB36 | 24" x 36" |
PXB42 | 30" x 42" |
Care and Handling
♦Keep all adjustment knobs tight to ensure straightedge stays parallel
♦Clean board surface and underside of blade with mild detergent and soft cloth. Wipe dry
♦Avoid direct exposure to sunlight or extreme heat
♦Protect your PXB from damage by storing and transporting in a protective case
♦Do not move straightedge with brakes tightened; always move straightedge with a smooth, easy motion
Adjustments
It is recommended that you follow this sequence when making adjustments to the position of the straightedge blade:
1. Set the brakes for optimum braking strength | Side | ||
♦ | Unscrew brake knobs as far as they will go. | ||
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♦ | Retighten brake knobs one full revolution only |
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♦Loosen top adjustment knobs
♦Push metal side brackets toward the center until
♦ | both brake pads rest against edges of board | Brake |
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Retighten top adjustment knobs | Knob |
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♦ | tighten and loosen brake knobs as necessary |
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Be sure to keep top adjustment knobs tightly | Brake |
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2.Set straightedge blade parallel to edge of board
♦Loosen one wire capture screw on either side of the blade
♦Pivot the blade until it is in the desired parallel position
♦Retighten wire capture screw
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Adjustment Straightedge
KnobBlade
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